Programme Associate

UNV - United Nations Volunteers · Kathmandu, Nepal

About the company

UNV - United Nations Volunteers contributes to peace and sustainable development through international cooperation in education, the sciences, culture, communication and information. In Nepal, UNESCO works with government institutions, academia and research organizations, UN entities, civil society, communities and development partners to translate this mandate into national action, including on water and climate resilience, science, technology and innovation evidence and reporting, biodiversity and ecosystems, local and Indigenous knowledge, and intersectoral climate and sustainability education.

What you will do

Support work planning and implementation of UNESCO-led TVET and skills development activities, including curriculum enhancement and engagement with training providers and employers.

Facilitate coordination, partnerships, and effective communication among implementing partners, government institutions at local, provincial, and national levels, the Lumbini Development Trust, CTEVT, training providers, employers, private sector organizations, civil society organizations, and community stakeholders.

Assist in organizing missions, consultations, meetings, workshops, training programmes, and policy dialogue platforms with relevant stakeholders.

Provide substantive support for the development and implementation of capacity-building initiatives for local partners and beneficiaries, complementing logistical support for programme events.

Contribute to programme monitoring through data collection, documentation of results, evidence generation, and preparation of progress reports and briefs.

Support knowledge management, visibility, and communications by documenting lessons learned and best practices, and preparing success stories and materials highlighting programme achievements.

Contribute to ensuring synergies and coordination between the Joint SDG Fund Programme and the World Bank-supported Greater Lumbini Area Development Project and other relevant initiatives.

Undertake missions to Kathmandu and neighbouring districts and provide operational and administrative support as required for programme implementation.

Requirements

Experience in project management

Knowledge of TVET and skills development

Strong communication and coordination skills

Ability to engage with diverse stakeholders

Experience in data collection and reporting

Capacity-building experience

Familiarity with sustainable tourism practices

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